Metazoa

Explore the evolution and origins of animal consciousness with philosopher and scuba diver Peter Godfrey-Smith in Metazoa. From sea sponges to primates like us, Godfrey-Smith charts the paths of a variety of animals and investigates how the appearance of the animal body set life upon a new path, shaping subjective experiences over time. Combining philosophy with biology and vivid animal encounters, Metazoa offers a rich journey into the nature of consciousness that cannot be understood without understanding the active bodies of animals.